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Small Front Patio Ideas and Designs

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The view from inside which leads directly out onto the garden
The view from inside which leads directly out onto the garden
Georgia Lindsay Garden DesignGeorgia Lindsay Garden Design
The bifold doors open directly onto this seating area creating a seamless flow from interior to exterior. Photographed by Nathalie Priem
Inspiration for a small contemporary front patio in London.
Secluded Front Yard Patio
Secluded Front Yard Patio
FormLA LandscapingFormLA Landscaping
This delightfully private patio sits under expansive tree canopy in the front garden. Wrapped in dense, native foliage it is full of fragrance and wildlife. Natural stone with decomposed granite joints allows water to sink into the soil to feed the surrounding foliage. The homeowners enjoy taking their coffee and lunch under the vintage chandelier.
Rose City Fence & Patio Construction
Rose City Fence & Patio Construction
Rolling Hills Remodeling LLCRolling Hills Remodeling LLC
Side view of the completed patio cover
Inspiration for a small traditional front patio in Portland with an awning.
A Variety of Front Entrances
A Variety of Front Entrances
Melanie Rekola Landscape DesignMelanie Rekola Landscape Design
Front entrances with curb appeal in various styles, sizes and budgets A patio space in the front yard makes for an amazingly function piece of real estate. A welcoming landscape design for front yard gardens, pathways, stairs, retaining walls, landscape lighting and even water features sets the tone for your home and also brings a good ROI when time to sell. Landscape Design & Photography by Melanie Rekola
Paver Walkways
Paver Walkways
Kingdom LandscapingKingdom Landscaping
Inspiration for a small contemporary front patio in Baltimore with concrete paving.
Water Fountains
Water Fountains
Maverick Landscaping, Porch and PatioMaverick Landscaping, Porch and Patio
Front entryway fountain with small sitting area. Great whisper pour sound and night lighting. Matt Kocourek Photography
Small contemporary front patio in Kansas City with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Stone Work
Stone Work
Tallar Landscaping, Inc.Tallar Landscaping, Inc.
Inspiration for a small classic front patio in Seattle with concrete paving and a roof extension.
Tsunami House, Resilient Design, Camano Island WA
Tsunami House, Resilient Design, Camano Island WA
Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest ArchitectsDan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects
Patio door detail. Photography by Lucas Henning.
Design ideas for a small modern front patio in Seattle with concrete slabs and no cover.
Lakeland Shores Residence
Lakeland Shores Residence
Villa LandscapesVilla Landscapes
A contrasting course of pavers in charcoal is a popular way to enhance the design of an outdoor living space. This front entry makes use of contrast to highlight walking areas and planting space.
Creating a New Space With Pavers
Creating a New Space With Pavers
Timber & Stone Outdoor SpacesTimber & Stone Outdoor Spaces
Design ideas for a small front patio in Manchester with concrete paving.
Cozy Small Fire Pit
Cozy Small Fire Pit
The Garden DistrictThe Garden District
Stay cozy with our array of fire pits for any budget, style and size home. We finished off this area with a living wall and added concrete pavers with beach pebbles for a low maintenance back patio option
Mukwonago Project
Mukwonago Project
Lake City Landscape, LLCLake City Landscape, LLC
Photo of a small contemporary front patio in Milwaukee with natural stone paving.
Calabasas Entry Courtyard
Calabasas Entry Courtyard
Studio H Landscape ArchitectureStudio H Landscape Architecture
Remodel of an existing entry courtyard. We cleaned up the lines on the steps, created cantilevered steps with recessed LED tape lighting, added a water feature, built-in seating and a fire pit. There is porcelain pavers throughout with low succulents breaking up the pavers. Studio H Landscape Architecture
Residential Work
Residential Work
SOLscape, LLCSOLscape, LLC
Photo of a small traditional front patio in Bridgeport with natural stone paving and no cover.
Modern Small Orinda Garden
Modern Small Orinda Garden
Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.
This is an example of a small modern front patio in San Francisco with concrete slabs.
Front Entry Patio Beloit WI
Front Entry Patio Beloit WI
Terra Yard CreationsTerra Yard Creations
Front Entry Patio
This is an example of a small traditional front patio in Other with concrete paving and no cover.
Eldred
Eldred
Studio Jhoiey Inc.Studio Jhoiey Inc.
This is an example of a small bohemian front patio in Los Angeles with a potted garden, concrete slabs and a pergola.
A Variety of Front Entrances
A Variety of Front Entrances
Melanie Rekola Landscape DesignMelanie Rekola Landscape Design
Front entrances with curb appeal in various styles, sizes and budgets A patio space in the front yard makes for an amazingly function piece of real estate. A welcoming landscape design for front yard gardens, pathways, stairs, retaining walls, landscape lighting and even water features sets the tone for your home and also brings a good ROI when time to sell. Landscape Design & Photography by Melanie Rekola
Живая мозаика
Живая мозаика
GREENS архитектурно-ландшафтное бюроGREENS архитектурно-ландшафтное бюро
Мы воспользовались тем, что участок имел небольшой перепад, создав на одной сотке целых три уровня. На верхнем уровне расположился детский игровой комплекс, на среднем, – клумбы и рождественское дерево, а на нижнем уровне мы замостили патио для посиделок.
Outdoor Entertaining Spaces
Outdoor Entertaining Spaces
Arroyo Seco ConstructionArroyo Seco Construction
Design ideas for a small front patio in Santa Barbara with a water feature, natural stone paving and a pergola.

Small Front Patio Ideas and Designs

Patios are the go-to solution for turning your garden, or part of it, into an outdoor living area. A well-laid patio will integrate your home seamlessly into your garden, providing a solid and level surface for garden furniture and potted plants. Well designed patios are about more than just paving slabs – its positioning and layout are crucial to how much you enjoy this space. Before you start picking out patio ideas for materials and laying your patio, ask yourself important questions such as what will you use it for? How many people should it accommodate? Which part of your garden has the best aspect and sunlight? Will the patio have enough privacy?

How should I position my patio?

If you are designing your patio as a space for entertaining then make sure it’s wide enough for the garden furniture you want so you haven’t got guests tipping over into the flowerbeds. Don’t be wedded to the idea of having your patio attached to the house; think about positioning yours elsewhere in the garden if that space doesn’t offer the best aspect or lighting position. Consider the position of the sun through the course of the day and depending on whether you are most likely to want to dine outside at breakfast, have lunch on your patio or host dinner outside, you may want to position your patio differently. You can connect patios to your house with a footpath or stepping stones to allow easy transportation of food and drink.

How should I design and lay my patio?

Rectangles are the classic shape for patios, not least because they make the most efficient use of space and can be softened with garden edging. However, a rounded patio or a paving circle can perfectly complement a garden which isn’t linear in design. Paving slabs come in an extensive range of materials and are the most practical surface for patios. Yorkstone has the most traditional appeal, whereas concrete blocks, granite and slate patio slabs have a great texture and colour for modern gardens. Natural stones such as limestone, travertine and Indian sandstone vary in colour and finish and are a great way to add shade and texture to your patio. For some patio ideas that offer an alternative to block paving, loose material such as crushed stone and wood chippings have a rustic and more casual feel; if there are specific materials that re-occur elsewhere in the garden, you could repeat this in your choice of patio materials for consistency. Finally, it’s not a British summer without the great British barbeque, so look at patio ideas that incorporate barbeques and think about how you could accommodate one on your patio.

What garden furniture does my patio need?

Rattan garden furniture is a patio favourite, offering a durable, attractive finish that blends well into natural surroundings. Metal garden furniture and wooden garden furniture are sturdy alternatives available in many styles. Weight is a good feature in garden furniture to stop it from being blown away, but if you want to be able to move your furniture around the patio and garden to follow the sun you won’t want to go too heavy. Browse the various patio ideas that include garden furniture to see what styles of furniture go with different types of patios. If you find a particular patio set you like, you may be able to ask the designer where the furniture is from so you can look at buying the same set for your patio. Good, outdoor patio furniture crafted in high-quality materials should withstand bad weather, but cold, wet British winters followed by strong sun in the summer will be enough to weather even the best furniture, so it’s important to have somewhere, such as a shed, to store it when not in use for long periods of time. If you don’t have the space to store patio furniture, make sure that at least the cushions and umbrellas are stowed away out of the elements, and consider investing in a waterproof cover. One piece of furniture that might be able to stay out for a bit longer is a patio heater; it will warm any brave patio users and most modern designs are built to survive the cold weather. If you prefer something a bit more rustic than a patio heater, look at fire pits instead which will add warmth and an attractive centrepiece to your patio. If privacy or shade is an issue, then covering patio furniture with a parasol or sheltering patios with a gazebo or pergola are both smart patio ideas – these can be covered in climbing flowers or even wound with outdoor fairy lights for romantic evening lighting.
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